Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
crassipedicellata
ID:
544796

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lundell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Wrightia 6: 73 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000544128

Common Names

  • Crassipedicellata Ardisia
  • Thick-pedicel Ardisia
  • Thick Pedicel Ardisia

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Synonyms

  • Ardisia dressleri Lundell [unknown]
  • Auriculardisia crassipedicellata (Lundell) Lundell [unknown]
  • Auriculardisia roseiflora Lundell [unknown]
  • Ardisia dressleri Pipoly & Ricketson [unknown]

Description

Ardisia crassipedicellata (also called Thick-leaved Marlberry, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 6 m in height. It is native to tropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina, and is found in a variety of habitats, from moist forests to dry savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Ardisia crassipedicellata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a hedge plant. It has a number of medicinal uses, including treating fever, cough, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ardisia crassipedicellata has small, white, star-shaped flowers and small, black, shiny seeds. The seedlings are small and have small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ardisia crassipedicellata is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows best in partial shade. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. When propagating from seeds, sow them in a moist, well-draining potting mix and keep them in a warm, humid environment. When propagating from cuttings, take a 4-6 inch cutting from a healthy stem and place it in a moist potting mix. Keep the cutting in a warm, humid environment until it has rooted.

Where to Find Ardisia crassipedicellata

Ardisia crassipedicellata can be found in tropical Asia, from India to China and Japan.

Ardisia crassipedicellata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ardisia crassipedicellata?

Ardisia crassipedicellata

What is the family of Ardisia crassipedicellata?

Primulaceae

What is the common name of Ardisia crassipedicellata?

Thick-stalked Ardisia

Species in the Ardisia genus

Species in the Primulaceae family

Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,

References